Listen "Episode 39: “My Mental Health Was at an All-Time Low… Had I Made a Mistake Being a Stepmum?”"
Episode Synopsis
Support, tools & coaching for stepmums: https://stepmumspace.comIn this powerful and vulnerable episode, Katie speaks with Ellie, a stepmum to two boys who had decided she didn’t want biological children of her own — and who found herself questioning everything when stepfamily life took her to breaking point.Ellie talks openly about:her deep love for the boysthe emotional highs and lows of stepmotherhoodhow conflict and tension with Bio Mum pushed her into some very dark placesthe moments she wondered whether she could stay in her marriagefeeling overwhelmed, invisible, and completely out of controlAt her lowest point, Ellie reached out for counselling and coaching — and she shares how both forms of support helped her rebuild her confidence, her resilience, and her sense of self.She explains how shifting her mindset, strengthening boundaries, and changing the way she and her husband responded to challenging situations didn’t just help her survive — it saved their family.This is a validating, compassionate conversation for any stepmum who has ever felt like they were losing themselves, questioning their relationship, or wondering whether things could ever feel easier.If You Need Support Book a free intro coaching call: https://stepmumspace.com/booking Find workshops, tools & resources: https://stepmumspace.com Instagram: @stepmumspaceKeywords: struggling stepmum, stepmum mental health, regret being a stepmum, overwhelmed stepmum, high conflict biomum, stepmum anxiety, stepmum resentment, blended family stress, counselling for stepmums, stepmum podcast, stepmum coachingYou deserve support, clarity and a way forward — and help is available.To join the Stepmum Space Workshop visit www.stepmumspace.comSupport the show
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